I tried to buy a Datsun Roadster almost 9 years ago and the wife said no. But nine years later, I've talked her into it, but the one I was able to get is a real "project."
So I am starting my restoration and hope to be spending a lot of time in the forum asking questions and helping in return. I have a long road ahead, but I have inspiration from all the wonderful cars that are shown here on the site. I can't wait to be a Datsun Roadster "Driver" and not just Owner.
I will make sure to try and post a bunch of pictures and I am hoping to have my own little blog up, kind of as a diary, for the build.
Just a little background. I am a "newer" car guy, but my dad is into older vehicles. I thought this would be something fun to do and he and I could try to get some of it done together. I've only had the car a week and I think he is contemplating getting one. lol.
The oldest thing I've ever rebuild is a 1994 Honda Civic. But I am so excited to be able to put ANYTHING I want in the engine compartment and not have the State of California tell me no! I can't tell you how excited that makes me feel.
I know we all start off with grand dreams, but I hope that I can bring together mine in this car. My inspirations are Michael Spreadbury with his SR20DET conversions coupled with the best looking Roadster I've seen, Jeff Torres' 1966 1600. I have a different take on his paint scheme, but I can't wait to own a car that classy. Hopefully with some great get up and go from the SR20.
So that's my introduction. I've started disassembly and I am eager to get the body off the frame and start working on that aspect of this. We'll have to see where this goes, but I can't wait. Oh, and here is a picture of my bucket of bolts.
Good luck with the resto and don't be afraid to ask lots of questions. And as stated before post lots of pictures.
